Im a 19 year old male I live in the UK and my hair is letting me down especially on the edges. I started to want to grow my hair when I was 16 I tried to do so but after about 2 1/2 months it grew from a level 1 to a level 2 1/2. Also I noticed on the edges of my hair I had bald patches that I had never noticed before. Now 3 years of tryna sort my sh*t out and get my scalp nice and healthy and I feel like im right where I started. I need guidance and advice from anyone and everyone willing to help me. As im on the mobile version of the site im not sure if I can post pictures with this post but any one whos interested in helping me out can private message me their e-mail which I'll send pictures of my hair to. Thankyou!

A level 1is practically just above being bauls/clean shave in black mens hair. I use mane & tail shampoo and conditioner and african pride anti breakage hair moisturizer. And I wear my hair in a natural unstyled way all I do is moisturise it and possibly brush it sometimes when it's freshly cut and short

are you supplementing with vitamins? there are some specifically targeted toward hair growth for men. I think you're talking about "Vellus" hair, right?

I'm taking Hair Omega (3x a day), and especially vitamin D/D3. Nioxin Recharge vitamins used to be very well spoken of in the market. Unfortunately, since they aren't making them anymore they are priced ridiculously.. ($200.00 a bottle)..

What made Nioxin so sought after was the natural DHT blockers. DHT is the main culprit in male pattern baldness. DHT blockers inhibit the testerone in the body that cause this.

the next post is a list of natural DHT blockers you'll find many hair supplements that contain DHT.

Hormonal Support:

Some hormones like DHT actually cause hair miniaturization. Hairomega
3-in-1 has ingredients that may help balance DHT levels for ideal hair
growth. Other ingredients like isoflavones may also help promote
healthier hair growth.

Hormonal Support:

Some hormones like DHT actually cause hair miniaturization. Hairomega
DHT has ingredients that may help balance DHT levels for ideal hair
growth.

Saw Palmetto:

Saw palmetto is extracted from the fruit of Serenoa rapens
tree and is rich in fatty acids and phytosterols. These ingredients bind
to 5-alpha-reductase and prevent your body from making too much DHT.
The phytosterols within saw palmetto also bind to androgen receptors at
your hair follicles which prevents DHT from causing hair
miniaturization.

Saw Palmetto:

Saw palmetto is extracted from the fruit of Serenoa rapens
tree and is rich in fatty acids and phytosterols. These ingredients bind
to 5-alpha-reductase and prevent your body from making too much DHT.
The phytosterols within saw palmetto also bind to androgen receptors at
your hair follicles which prevents DHT from causing hair
miniaturization.

Phytosterol Complex (including Beta-Sitosterol):

Beta-sitosterol is a specific kind of phytosterol. It is prevalent
throughout the plant kingdom and is in the foods such as pecans,
avocados, pumpkin seed, cashew nuts, rice bran, wheat germ, corn, and
soybeans. It is perfectly safe to eat. A recent study concluded that
just taking saw palmetto and beta-sitosterol together reduced the signs
of alopecia.

Beta-Sitosterol:

Beta-sitosterol is a specific kind of phytosterol. It is prevalent
throughout the plant kingdom and is in the foods such as pecans,
avocados, pumpkin seed, cashew nuts, rice bran, wheat germ, corn, and
soybeans. It is perfectly safe to eat. A recent study concluded that
just taking saw palmetto and beta-sitosterol together reduced the signs
of alopecia.

Stinging Nettles:

In laboratory studies stinging nettles has been compared to
finasteride (a medication commonly prescribed for hair loss and BPH)
which inhibits 5-alpha-reductase from turning testosterone into DHT.

Pygeum africanum:

Pygeum africanum is a tree found in Africa. Its extracts from pygeum
bark include beta-sitosterol, other plant sterols, triterpenes, and
certain compounds known as ferulic acids. It aids in hormonal balance.

Soy Isoflavones:

Asians have lower incidences of alopecia which is attributed to a diet rich in soy. Soy is rich in isoflavones.

Lycopene:

Lycopene is an antioxidant most commonly found in tomatoes and
prevents damage to your body by free-radicals. It plays an important
role in maintaining health and accounts for approximately 50% of all
carotenoids in human serum.

Circulation Support

Poor circulation is another cause of hair loss.

Hairomega 3-in-1™ has the following ingredients to help:

Quercetin:

Quercetin is a naturally occurring bioflavonoid found in apples,
black tea, onions, and a variety of other plants. It has
anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Studies [1][2]

Grape Seed Extract:

Grape seeds contain an ingredient called proanthocyanidins. Proanthocyanidins have been shown to help with circulation.

Zinc:

Zinc is a trace mineral that is found in the body. It plays a vital
part in many bodily processes and functions such as in cell
reproduction, hormonal balance, proper absorption of vitamins, and in
protein synthesis.

Gingko biloba:

Ginkgko biloba has been shown to support a particular kind of circulation, microcirculation.

Vitamin B-6:

Zinc and vitamin B-6 are included in this formula because they are

required for proper hormone metabolism and are essential for hair growth. Vitamin B-6 also helps to body absorb the zinc.

B Vitamins:

B vitamins may help promote circulation.

Uncaria tomentosa (Cat’s claw) :

Cat’s Claw contains several alkaloids that are responsible for its
alleged medical effects as well as tannins which are commonly found in
teas.Some ingredients appear to act as anti-inflammatory, antioxidant
and anticancer agents.A 2005 review on Cat’s Claw indicates there is
supporting evidence toward its use in treating cancer, inflammation,
viral infection and vascular conditions, and for its use as an
immunostimulant, antioxidant, antibacterial and CNS ailments.

Nutrition Support:

Western diets are poor in nutrients essential for hair synthesis.

Hairomega 3-in-1™ provides many of these.

Stinging Nettles:

In laboratory studies stinging nettles has been compared to
finasteride (a medication commonly prescribed for hair loss and BPH)
which inhibits 5-alpha-reductase from turning testosterone into DHT.

Silica (silicon dioxide):

Silica is a nutrient vital to hair health. It helps make hair
stronger and durable. Silica works by stimulating your cell metabolism
and formation.

Red raspberries:

Have been shown to have anti-oxidant properties.

Vitamin C:

Vitamin C is important in collagen synthesis. While collagen is not
in hair, the supporting structures between hair follicles is made out of
collagen.

Buchu leaves:

Promote circulation which helps to get rid of toxins.

Vitamin B

The various forms of Vitamin B and its associated complexes:
Thiamine, niacin, biotin, pyroxidine, riboflavin, folic acid ,
pantothenic acid, para-aminobenzoic acid, choline, and inositol are all
important in metabolic and cellular processes. Some of these processes
include the synthesis of hair.

Pumpkin seed:

Contains phytosterols and has been shown to help balance DHT levels.

Zinc:

Zinc is a trace mineral that is found in the body. It plays a vital
part in many bodily processes and functions such as in cell
reproduction, hormonal balance, proper absorption of vitamins, and in
protein synthesis. All these processes are vital for proper hair growth
such that an adequate amount of this mineral is needed to prevent hair
thinning and loss.

Burdock root

Rich in phytosterols and essential fatty acids.

Vitamin A:

Vitamin A appears to function in maintaining normal skin health.

Gravel root:

Beneficial to the urinary and renal systems. When introduced to the body, it increases the rate of toxin removal by the kidneys.

Cysteine:

Hair is made of a protein called keratin. Keratin is made up of
individual amino acids, the most common being: glycine, alanine and
cysteine.

MSM:

MSM is a source of sulfur which is used in keratin.

Parsley:

Parsley is often thought of as a table garnish and is overlooked for
its beneficial properties. It is rich in volatile oils and flavonoids.
Volatile oils have tumor inhibiting properties by aiding removal of
carcinogenic (cancer causing) chemicals that don’t belong in the body.
Anti-oxidants are chemicals that take the brunt of attack by oxidizing
chemicals so that your normal cells. Parsley has a lot of anti-oxidants
that stop attack by oxidizing agents.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

There are also other hair vites, from prominent companies: Minoxidil, Priveta, hair omega, just check out Amazon.com, or your local health food store. You'll find something that works for you. It shouldn't be very expensive either.

You should results w/in 2-3 months after taking them. If some advertisement boasts that you'll INSTANTLY see results? They are full of crap.

Hair growth comes from within. there isn't any magical/mystical topical solution that will sprout hair like a chia pet, believe me. i tried THAT route for several years.

Thankyou for all the information guys been a big help. Just wanted yo know if I use minoxidil will my new hair that I've grown fall out after I stop using it as I was thinking about using lipogaine which contains a DHT blocker

First off, sorry for your problem. I know it MUST suck. I also suffer with THIN hair at the base of my head because I always put my hair in a ponytail. The result? My hair looks like shlt whenever I try to wear it down. So I'm correcting that problem now.

We both have thinning hair, so THIS is what has worked for me: 1. Shea butter wash (1x a week) 2. Castor oil "rinse" (1x a week) 3. Henna (2x a month butas a guy, I don't know your thoughts on henna)

Be cautious of the hair growth vitamins you take. I haven't heard about minoxidil, but I have heard that most stop working when you discontinue use, AND you lose the growth you gained with it...I don't know WHY.

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